This blog has been created to keep all of the Trinidad's many friends and family members up-to-date on Mindy's progress. Dan, Corey, and Trevor greatly appreciate the many calls and the offers of support that all of you have given to them. If there are needs that arise over the next few weeks, we will post them here so thank you for the generous offers that you have extended already.
As most of you know, Mindy has been ill off and on for many weeks. Her symptoms began with a persistent cough accompanied by fatigue. Eventually, the cough began to clear up but was soon followed by flu-like symptoms. Antibiotics seemed to help for a short while but within a few days the symptoms returned with much greater severity. Mindy's energy was drained and her joints ached to the point where she could barely walk without intense pain. She developed a fever and Dan admitted Mindy to Sutter Roseville on Monday, August 25th.
A variety of tests have been performed over the course of the week to determine the cause of Mindy's infection. Though many of the symptoms seemed to point to a severe case of Epstein-Barr virus, none of the blood work confirmed this. Mindy's white blood cells and platelet count dropped and she began having difficulty breathing on her own. She developed pneumonia and was put on a ventilator to assist with her breathing. A bone marrow test was performed yesterday morning and the doctors gave a preliminary diagnosis of acute myelogenous leukemia or AML.
Acute myelogenous leukemia (AML) is a malignancy that arises in the white blood cells that battle infectious agents throughout the body. It develops when there is a defect in the immature cells in the bone marrow. In a nutshell, AML causes uncontrolled growth of bad blood cells and stunts the production of good marrow cells, causing a depletion of red blood cells, white blood cells, and platelets. More information can be found at:
http://www.cancer.gov/cancertopics/pdq/treatment/adultaml/patient
As most of you know, Mindy has been ill off and on for many weeks. Her symptoms began with a persistent cough accompanied by fatigue. Eventually, the cough began to clear up but was soon followed by flu-like symptoms. Antibiotics seemed to help for a short while but within a few days the symptoms returned with much greater severity. Mindy's energy was drained and her joints ached to the point where she could barely walk without intense pain. She developed a fever and Dan admitted Mindy to Sutter Roseville on Monday, August 25th.
A variety of tests have been performed over the course of the week to determine the cause of Mindy's infection. Though many of the symptoms seemed to point to a severe case of Epstein-Barr virus, none of the blood work confirmed this. Mindy's white blood cells and platelet count dropped and she began having difficulty breathing on her own. She developed pneumonia and was put on a ventilator to assist with her breathing. A bone marrow test was performed yesterday morning and the doctors gave a preliminary diagnosis of acute myelogenous leukemia or AML.
Acute myelogenous leukemia (AML) is a malignancy that arises in the white blood cells that battle infectious agents throughout the body. It develops when there is a defect in the immature cells in the bone marrow. In a nutshell, AML causes uncontrolled growth of bad blood cells and stunts the production of good marrow cells, causing a depletion of red blood cells, white blood cells, and platelets. More information can be found at:
http://www.cancer.gov/cancertopics/pdq/treatment/adultaml/patient
The current plan is to get Mindy's condition stabilized enough to transfer her to Stanford to begin immediate treatment for leukemia. Her doctors have put her on several different antibiotics and steroid treatments and, much to everyone's relief, Mindy began to show some improvement this afternoon. Please keep her in your thoughts and prayers so that she may continue to fight this battle. We all know how feisty Mindy is so, if anyone can beat this, it will be Mindy.
Many of you have asked if you can provide meals for the Trinidads, however they are spending most of their time at the hospital right now. Gift cards to local eateries (Starbucks, Rubios, The Habit, etc.) may be more convenient at this time.
Also, please keep checking this blog for information regarding a blood drive that Al Snowdon is setting up. Though our blood donations will not go directly to Mindy due to the length of time it takes to process the blood, Mindy will receive credit and notification of each donation. The location of the drive and the information necessary to designate Mindy will be posted here soon.
Thank you again for your kind thoughts and prayers.
10 comments:
Mindy, Dan, Trevor and Courtney,
You are all in the forefront of our hearts and thoughts and remain there until Mindy is strong enough to fight this terrible fight, which we are confident she will do with her usual tenacity. We know you are surrounded by family and friends, so please use us for all the support you need - we are with you.
Love, Kim, Russ, Kyle, Austin & Courtney
Mindy – I know exactly what you and your family are going through and my heart is breaking imagining it. I know it feels bleak when you hear the reports of the Dr’s and their percentages etc…but know that with God all things are possible. I love the scripture from Psalms that says “O Lord my God, I cried unto thee, and thou has healed me” because that’s exactly how it happened for me. So now…I am crying out to God for you and believing with my whole heart that he will heal you. You have a job to do in all of this…you must FIGHT, you must never give any room to doubt or disbelief. Instead, make up your stubborn little mind to live and do it. Ask to be healed Mindy – Receive being healed – believe you are healed. Now shape up…you have only ten months to be fully recovered for the next WSOP;>) LY – Kelli
Mindy and Family, I have put you on my extensive prayer chain and it has worked miracles in the past and most certainly can again!
Love you girl and we're all pulling for you!
Sending lots of hugs and prayers your way. Fight Mindy as we all know you can. The "girls" and I are here for you and your family..much love Sandy
Mindy and Family,
You are all in our thoughts and prayers. You have many friends that love and support you and will help you through this battle.
Take Care,
Tami, Scott, Alexandra, Andrew and Austin
P.S. Corey - I let Andrew know
Please know how many friends and neighbors in our community are praying for you!Please take great comofrt in these prayers. You will be in our daily thoughts and prayers. We are available in any way that helps! Jim and Kelley
You will remain in our prayers everyday during your fight, as well as during your recovery! Keep fighting!
Cathy, Phil, Abigail and Madelyn Katzenberger
Dear Mindy and Dan,
You are in our thoughts and prayers daily. Please know that we are also praying for the Doctor's who are carring for you, and that they are making the best possible decisions to get you well. You are such a strong and tenatious person with a wonderful zest for life, your fight and strength will get you throught this illness!! Christ is with you watching over you and loving you and know that you can lean on Him and he will carry you when you feel weak. He can heal you and get you through this difficult time in your life. It is so evident that you are so loved and supported by many friends and family. We want you to know we love you and will help and support in any way needed.
Love, Jackie & John Landberg
Dan,
My prayers and love are with Mindy, you, your family, and all who love Mindy. You are all so loved and have a great support system. Again, my prayers are with you all, every second of everyday.
Love, Krista Dickman
Dear Mindy and Family,
We think of you and pray for your recovery daily. Our hearts go out to you and your family.
Love,
The Westman's ~Donna, Gary, Alexa, Alex and Karley
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